DROPPED OBJECTS

The process of implementing WDI standard to prevent injury and or damage caused by falling objects

This standard is intended as a guide to eliminating the incidence of dropped objects within drilling derrick structures, areas below the rig floor, and from cranes. As such, the overall objectives of the DROPS program are: Eliminate injury to people. Eliminate the incidence of damage sustained by dropped objects. Eliminate damage to other associated equipment.

BMS 06-42-STD – Dropped Objects Prevention Program To recognize your personal responsibilities for the prevention of dropped objects Everybody; Employers, Workers, Drivers, Suppliers, Designers, Maintainers etc. have a moral and legal responsibility to carry out their activities in a safe manner

WHAT TO DISCUSS

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior Toolpusher • The STP will coordinate the implementation of the DROPS and track the progress at

the rig. • The STP is responsible for this procedure being followed and that all checks,

inspections and maintenance on equipment is completed in a timely manner and to the standards described in this document and other relevant BMS requirements.

• The STP shall monitor the use and success of the program based on the criteria set out in this procedure, maintain records in the DROPS file for each rig, and review the performance of the DROPS for the rig and report the findings to the Rig Superintendent every month. Rig Crew

The rig crew is responsible for identifying potential dropped objects, methods of securing these potential objects and removing redundant equipment from the worksite.

WHAT IS AN DROPPED OBJECT?

Dropped Object: Any object that falls from its previous static position under its own weight

Dropped Object Static: A static dropped object is one that was at rest initially but falls from its original position under its own weight. Eg. A nut dislodging in the mast, a light fixture working loose over time.

Dropped Object Dynamic: A dynamic dropped object is a solid object that breaks free from its original position resulting from human intervention or other immediate outside influence/impact on the object. Eg. A top drive hitting the rig floor, a light fixture on a crane boom that collides with something resulting in the fixture being dislodged, separating and falling.

Red Zone: The zone or area on a drilling rig that has high potential for dropped objects in addition to other high risks associated with rig operations. The Red Zone will be a virtual zone identified on a Red Zone map and displayed on each rig.

HOW BAD IS THE PROBLEM

At Work: “Dropped Objects are among the Top 10 causes of Fatality and Serious Injury in the Oil and Gas Industry” At Home: “The top three causes of fatal accidents are… fall from height…being struck by moving vehicles…and being struck by falling objects”

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DROPPED OBJECTS FACTS

POTENTIAL KILLERS

Items found in Mast during initial survey

Potential Dropped Object Areas:

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INCORRECT

Slings supported on the pin not the bow of the shackle and no

mousing. Safety shackles should be used.

Corroded split pins should be replaced with stainless steel pins.

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INCORRECT

Missing split pin Poor housekeeping Loose nut No safety sling

Poor nut penetration

No safety sling

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WATCH FOR

Grease build up loose drill line lubricant

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WATCH FOR

Corrosion

Clamp Not build for purpose Design.

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WATCH FOR

Bad practice, bolt can fall if nut comes loose

Cracked Paint – Indicates structural movement

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POOR HOUSEKEEPING

Rubbish Allowed To build Up

in the Mast beams

INCORRECT

No lanyard Attached, Stainless Steel bolts Provide Better protection

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WORN RIGGING

Worn or Damaged Rigging Should be Removed from service If >10% wear (Rule of thumb If you can see Wear remove The item).

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Manage Dropped Objects Incidents: • Inspect your worksite and Identify Dropped Objects Hazard. • Any unnecessary rigging equipment shall be removed to reduce

the potential for dropped objects. • All Tools/Equipments should be Checked and Secured before they

are taken up at height. • Derrick inspection every rig down and rig up for potential dropped

objects.

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Manage Dropped Objects Incidents: • When working at height always tie off hand tools. • Check all lifting equipment before use. • When raising or laying down equipments check there are no loose

items. • Report any defective equipment to supervisor immediately. • Supervisors to follow working at height procedure for all work

above 2 meters.

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Potential Dropped Object Areas: Ensure Chocks are

raised and pins are secure

Ensure all suspended equipment has safety pins fitted in the

shackles, Note all shackles used at height should be 4 part

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Potential Dropped Object Areas: Check safety pins are

fitted to all shackles

Check all hoses hanging have safety clamps fitted to avoid

dropped objects

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Potential For Dropped Object: No safety wires

attached

Rusty, cracked hinges could cause door to fall off.

WORKING TO MAKE A SAFER WORKPLACE

Potential For Dropped Object:

Damaged slings can cause dropped objects

Damaged slings can cause dropped objects

STOP WORK AUTHORITY

You should Always: • Look after Yourself. • Look after the People around you.

If You Think The Work Is Unsafe STOP

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ON THE JOB TRAINING

Controlling the hazards associated with dropped objects requires training for rig crews

Crews need to be familiar with the rig equipment and understand what controls are in place to prevent dropped objects, these must be specified

Review SP-2097 well engineering Specification for the dropped Objects requirements.

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TOOLS AT HEIGHT

The “Tools Aloft” log sheet provides a means of controlling the use of hand tools in the mast

Any tools used in the mast should be tied off and returned to its proper storage area as soon as a job is completed

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Our TEAM focus is to REDUCE or ELIMINATE Incidents & Hurts to personnel.

In Rig – starts using effective & innovative tools.

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Most of the incidents are DROP objects

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Using innovative tools prevent hurt to someone

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Secured tools in use

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Greasing & measuring

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BEST PRACTICE

SNATCH BLOCK SAFETY SLING

shackle

regular wire

afety sling

snatch block

SWL=2 tons

regular wire

safety sling

securedsecured

pad eye

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BEST PRACTICE

Good practice, bolt stays in place if nut comes loose

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BEST PRACTICE

(Red Zone and No Go Areas)

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Dropsafe Mesh Fixture Covers

DROPPED OBJECTS

The Only Thing That Should Fall On Your Head Is

Rain Drops

QUESTIONS